Develop and maintain accurate short-term schedules and slot plans, ensuring all work is captured, prioritised, and aligned to agreed customer delivery targets
Partner with Workshop Supervisors to balance labour capacity, forecast resource requirements, and effectively manage workload peaks and troughs
Monitor job progress, track schedule compliance, and proactively communicate changes, delays, and revised completion dates to key stakeholders
Generate planning reports and analyse workload, demand, and performance data to support informed operational decision-making and continuous improvement
Collaborate with suppliers and Parts teams to ensure materials are available when required, proactively managing backorders and supply risks to minimise disruption to scheduled work
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance planning and scheduling processes, implementing effective solutions that improve efficiency and operational performance
Skills and Experience
Previous experience in a planning role or hydraulics technical background highly desirable
Previous exposure to hydraulics or parts coordination highly desirable
Problem-solving skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Suite
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively liaise with stakeholders and a diverse range of team members